Why Hearing Aids Are Different From Glasses
The Vision Council reports, “There are 166.5 million U.S. adults (63.7%) wearing Rx eyeglasses as of 2021.” Meanwhile, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “About 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from using hearing aids”; however, only one in five people who could benefit actually uses one. These sources show…
Home Technology Can Help Those Who Are Hard of Hearing
Today, many forms of technology can help those who have hearing loss. From wearable tech like hearing aids and cochlear implants to home tech like visual alarms and alerts, there have never been more options. The purpose of this post is to focus specifically on home technology designed for the hard of hearing. Smoke &…
What Are the Differences Between Basic & Advanced Hearing Aids?
Like most forms of technology, hearing aids are rapidly advancing. However, there are different tiers of technology available when it comes to hearing aids; some are basic, while others are advanced. We review the differences between these tiers and what they mean for you below. Basic Hearing Aids All hearing aids, including basic ones, work…
Ways To Protect Your Hearing This Year
Exposure to loud noise is one of the leading causes of hearing loss. Whether it’s through working in a noisy environment like construction or attending a rock concert at Mechanics Bank Arena, there are many activities that put your hearing at risk. Thankfully, there are several steps you can take to protect your ears and…
How To Wear Hearing Aids with Glasses
Needing to use both hearing aids and eyeglasses is not uncommon. After all, as of 2021, almost 64% of US adults (166.5 million) were wearing prescription eyeglasses. Whether you are a longtime glasses-wearer who recently was prescribed hearing aids or vice versa, you might have some questions on how to wear both at once. Choosing…
What You Should Know About Asymmetrical Hearing Loss
According to a study published in the journal Otology & Neurotology, “Approximately 50% of all patients and 55% of patients with sensorineural hearing loss were classified as [having asymmetric hearing loss].” This means asymmetrical hearing loss – hearing loss that is more severe in one ear than the other – is actually pretty common. We…
How Severe Is Your Hearing Loss?
According to a study published in the American Journal of Public Health, “An estimated 25.4 million, 10.7 million, 1.8 million, and 0.4 million US residents aged 12 years or older, respectively, have mild, moderate, severe, and profound better-ear hearing loss.” In this post, we break down exactly what it means to have each of these…
As the Weather Starts Getting Colder, Here’s How You Can Protect Your Ears
The changing of the seasons means it’s time to put away your shorts and pull out your coats. It also means you need to take some precautions to protect your ears. We review how to prevent damage and protect your ears below. Cover Your Ears The outer ears are comprised mostly of cartilage, which means…
Can Car Wrecks Lead to Hearing Loss?
Consider the causes of hearing loss… You probably thought of advancing age and exposure to noise. But did you know that being in a car wreck can also lead to hearing loss? We review what types of injuries related to car accidents can impact your hearing below. Head Trauma During a car wreck, your head…
Unusual Facts About Your Ears
Our ears play such a huge role in our daily lives, but how much do you really know about them and how they work? Let’s examine a few interesting facts about your ears and how the hearing process works. Five Facts About Hearing and Your Ears Keeping Your Ears Healthy Your ears let you enjoy…